7 Post-Shave Tips For Men To Prevent Razor Burns And Redness

By Yashika Goel
13 Feb 2025, 14:00 IST

Shaving can make your skin sensitive and irritate your skin. Aftercare is important to prevent razor burns and redness. Tap to read the post shave tips for men to prevent razor burns.

Rinse with cold water

Splash your face with cold water to close the open pore after shave. It also reduces inflammation and calms your skin.

Apply alcohol-free aftershave

Avoid alcohol-based aftrershave as it can cause dryness and irritate the skin. Pat dry instead of rubbing your skin.

Exfoliate regularly

Scrub your skin 2-3 times a day to remove dead skin cells. This helps prevent ingrown hairs and reduce redness.

Moisturise with gentle cream

Use a moisturising cream or aftershave balm to restore lost moisture. It adds a protective barrier and prevents redness.

Avoid touching face

Avoid touching your freshly shaved skin. Apply essential oil to avoid bacterial infection and possible breakouts.

Apply aloe vera gel

Apply a thin layer of freshly extracted aloe vera gel. It reduces post-shave swelling and promotes faster healing.

Use cold compress

Use a cool, damp washcloth or ice pack on the shaved area. This helps soothe irritated skin and prevent ingrown hairs.

Apply essential oil

Dilute tea tree oil with coconut oil and apply it to allergic reactions. Tea tree oil is rich in anti-inflammatory properties that soothe burns.Dilute tea tree oil with coconut oil and apply it to allergic reactions. Tea tree oil is rich in anti-inflammatory properties that soothe burns.

Information credits

This information is taken from the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD). However, it is always advisable to consult a dermatologist for personalised suggestions.